Join Wharton Studio Museum and Friends of Stewart Park at our 11th annual Party for the Park fundraiser on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 5:30-8:30 PM!

We’re shaking things up this year with a lakeside cocktail party at sunset. Enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres, custom cocktails, and live music by Emmett Scott for an intimate evening filled with swanky fun! Custom Cocktails by Rose’ Rig & Hors d’oeuvres by BaLi Cravings.

WSM’s joint fundraiser with Friends of Stewart Park takes place each fall in the restored Picnic Pavilion (built in 1896) by the shores of Cayuga Lake in Stewart Park. It’s a wonderful night celebrating the people who love and support the park, and coming together for good food, signature cocktails and live music — not to mention carousel rides! All proceeds benefit Wharton Studio Museum and Friends of Stewart Park revitalization projects in Stewart Park.

Please consider buying your tickets early (this helps our caterer make the event extra special), and remember that your generosity makes a difference.
We are grateful for your contribution at a level that is meaningful to you.

Party for the Park 2026 is sponsored by:

Thank you to: Bero Architects, Chiuten/Trowbridge Landscape Architects,
Iron Design, Sciarabba Engineering, & Taitem Engineering